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grease Antonyms
Opposite of grease
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• noun (Context 1)
A thick, oily substance used as a lubricant for machinery and mechanical parts.
Usage Example
"The mechanic applied a generous layer of abrasive to the axle to stop the annoying squeak."
Strong
abrasive
• verb (Context 2)
To smear or coat a surface or moving part with a thick, oily substance in order to reduce friction.
Usage Example
"He spent the morning greasing the hinges on every door in the house."
Weak
abrade
dry
Similar words to grease
Looking for synonyms? Words similar to grease vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:
lubricate
lubricant
bribe
fat
lard
oil
tallow
corrupt
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